Burning Bridges or Building Change? Why Effective Advocacy Takes Time

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Burning Bridges or Building Change? Why Effective Advocacy Takes Time

Many of us get into advocacy because of necessity, not choice. Very few of us have the option of dipping our toe into the advocacy journey. Rather, we’re forced to jump fully in to advocate for ourselves or a loved one.

While urgency is often the force behind advocacy, it’s important to remember that advocacy is a long-term game, not about short-term wins.

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You Can’t Avoid Caregiver Burnout—But You Can Lighten the Load

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You Can’t Avoid Caregiver Burnout—But You Can Lighten the Load

When I first sat down to write this article, I titled it – How to Avoid Caregiver Burnout. But as I was reflecting on my own personal experience supporting my autistic child and adult brother, it became clear this just isn’t possible. However, there are some things you can do to minimize the impact on your mental and physical health.

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Building Bridges, Not Barriers: Why Relationships Matter in Advocacy

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Building Bridges, Not Barriers: Why Relationships Matter in Advocacy

Not only do I spend a lot of time helping people strengthen their advocacy skills, I also spend countless hours advocating for my own family members. While there are times I’d love to shout and say what I really feel, I believe in the saying: you can attract more bees with honey.

This is why I focus on building relationships – even in challenging situations.

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